18 quotes
Admiration is the polar opposite of envy—we are acknowledging people’s achievements, celebrating them, without having to feel insecure.
The Laws of Human Nature (2018)
Always make those above you feel comfortably superior.
The 48 Laws of Power (1998)
Creating this feeling of validation is the golden key that will unlock people’s defenses. And we cannot survive and thrive in this highly competitive world without possessing such a power.
The Laws of Human Nature (2018)
Nothing is more seductive than a sense of destiny.
The Art of Seduction (2001)
Sadness of any sort is also seductive, particularly if it seems deep-rooted, even spiritual, rather than needy or pathetic—it makes people come to you.
The Art of Seduction (2001)
Learn to measure the people you deal with by the depth of their soul, and if possible associate as much as you can with those of the expansive variety.
The Laws of Human Nature (2018)
Your greatest power in seduction is your ability to turn away, to make others come after you, delaying their satisfaction.
The Art of Seduction (2001)
If possible, avoid deep contact with those whose time frame is narrow, who are in continual react mode, and strive to associate with those with an expanded awareness of time.
The Laws of Human Nature (2018)
Seduction is a game of psychology, not beauty, and it is within the grasp of any person to become a master at the game. All that is required is that you look at the world.
The Art of Seduction (2001)
Religion is the great balm of existence because it takes us outside ourselves, connects us to something larger.
The Art of Seduction (2001)
At certain points in history it may be fashionable to be different and rebellious, but if a lot of people are playing that role, there is nothing different or rebellious about it.
The Art of Seduction (2001)
People who are outwardly distant or shy are often better targets than extroverts. They are dying to be drawn out, and still waters run deep.
The Art of Seduction (2001)
Many men are intimidated by beauty and prefer to worship it from afar; others are drawn in, but not for the purpose of conversation. The Beauty suffers from isolation.
The Art of Seduction (2001)
See through their narrative and their shrewd attempts at distraction. They will often present themselves as holier-than-thou or as the victim of other people’s malice. The louder they proclaim their convictions, the more certain you can be they’re hiding something.
The Laws of Human Nature (2018)
According to Freud (who was speaking from experience, since he was his mother’s darling), spoiled children have a confidence that stays with them all their lives.
The Art of Seduction (2001)
Arrange an occasional “chance” encounter, as if you and your target were destined to become acquainted—nothing is more seductive than a sense of destiny. Lull the target into feeling secure, then strike.
The Art of Seduction (2001)
Religion humanizes this universe, makes us feel important and loved. We are not animals governed by uncontrollable drives, animals that die for no apparent reason, but creatures made in the image of supreme being.
The Art of Seduction (2001)
In human culture, we can see a phenomenon—changes in fashions and styles—that at first glance might appear trivial, but that in fact is quite profound, revealing a deep and fascinating part of human nature. Look at clothing styles, for instance. In the stores or in fashion shows we can perhaps detect some trends and changes from a few months before, but they are usually subtle.
The Laws of Human Nature (2018)